On May 8, 1932, heavyweight boxing legend Charles “Sonny” Liston was born in St. Francis County, Arkansas. Known for his intimidating presence and devastating punching power, Liston rose from a troubled youth to become one of boxing’s most feared champions. He amassed a record of 50 wins (39 by knockout) out of 54 total fights. His defining moment came in 1962 when he delivered a stunning first-round knockout against Floyd Patterson to claim the World Heavyweight Title. Though his career was later overshadowed by two infamous bouts with Muhammad Ali, Liston remains a towering figure in the sport’s history and a symbol of raw, untamed talent.
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